Fanzine and Self-publishing Lab

Editorial theory

A course by Alfonso De Anda , Illustrator

Illustrator. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined August 2019
99% positive reviews (410)
6,896 students
Audio: Spanish, English
Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

About the video: Editorial theory

Overview

“I will teach you the basic theory that you need to know in order to assemble the file or master to print your fanzine. Before printing, it is important to consider what type of printing you will use in your publications. You should always consider how many copies you want the print run, how much budget you have and if you want it to be black and white, monochrome or color.”

In this video lesson Alfonso De Anda addresses the topic: Editorial theory, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fanzine and Self-publishing Lab. Publish your first fanzine and rediscover the joy of working with paper.

Partial transcription of the video

“EDITORIAL THEORY Ok, well, we start a new unit and also in this unit we will change our role. Do you remember how we were producing the contents, Doing loose exploration without judging anything? Well now we will wear the judge's hat and start to decide what did you like about the content you did, what not, select what's in your fanzine, but for you to land the idea well, We need to see some editorial theory. Not so much, but enough to bring fanzine production in the best way and that, then, no unexpected results. To start, I will show you three types of binding. There is a lot and you can ...”

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Course summary for: Fanzine and Self-publishing Lab

  • Level: Beginner
  • 99% positive reviews (410)
  • 6896 students
  • 5 units
  • 15 lessons (1h 48m)
  • Category

    Craft, Illustration
  • Areas

    Drawing, Sketchbook, Traditional illustration

Alfonso De Anda

Alfonso De Anda
A course by Alfonso De Anda

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Alfonso de Anda is a Mexican illustrator with a passion for storytelling. His work can be found in editorial content, animated series, advertising campaigns, mural design, fashion design, and gallery exhibitions.

His list of clients includes Google, The New York Times, Snapchat, Vans, Adidas Originals, Nike, and Absolut. In addition to his commercial work, Alfonso has published more than 25 books and fanzines.


  • 99% positive reviews (410)
  • 6,896 students
  • 15 lessons (1h 48m)
  • 14 additional resources (0 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
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  • Audio: Spanish, English
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
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Fanzine and Self-publishing Lab. Craft & Illustration course by Alfonso De Anda

Fanzine and Self-publishing Lab

A course by Alfonso De Anda
Illustrator. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined August 2019
  • 99% positive reviews (410)
  • 6,896 students